Meal prep for success

This is probably one of the biggest obstacles that people mention when they talk about switching to a healthier lifestyle. The thought that every meal has to be home made is daunting. My answer for this dilemma is, no, not all your meals have to be home made. There are ways to make eating like this easier.

A few perks of making your own meals are that you save money, and have higher quality food. You know exactly what’s in your food and that it isn’t hidden with marinades, sugars, and other additives that throw your body off kilter.

Instead of making your meal from scratch every time, take one day out of the week and prepare food for the week.

Here are some easy buys to make meal prep easier:

• Pre washed and cut veggies

• Salad kits

• Pre made guacamole or salsa (check for added sugars)

• Smoked salmon

• Primal kitchen frozen skillet meals

• Siete grain free tortillas, chips or dips

• Bone broth

• Primal Kitchen marinades, dressings, and condiments

I’ll cut up veggies for salads and bake some chicken breasts, fish, or steaks. The main thing you want to prep ahead of time is your protein. When you have protein that is ready you can use it in anything.

Dice up the chicken make a chicken salad, quick fish tacos on jicama tortillas, or add beef to sautéed veggies for a stir-fry. If you get home and you’re hungry you will make a better food choice if there is something already prepared.

Always have some protein bars, frozen veggies, and packs of chicken or tuna for emergencies. These are for those times when you have to run out the door and don’t have a chance to pack your meal. Also, the frozen fruit makes for a quick smoothie in the morning.

Finally remember that when you eat out, it’s okay. Make the best choice you can. If you are really proactive, look at the restaurant’s web site before hand to see if they have any choices that line up with your nutritional requirements. If it doesn’t then you have time to choose another place to eat.